What happened: Madrid replaces Barcelona as host of the Spanish Grand Prix in 2026.
Why it matters: The new circuit combines street and permanent sections, introducing a new layout to the championship.
By the numbers: Scheduled race distance: 57 laps.
What to watch: Practice begins Friday, September 11, ahead of Sunday's race, according to the [official F1 schedule](https://www.formula1.com/en/latest/article/formula-1-tag-heuer-gran-premio-de-espana-2026.3EpMV9Idk1jwxq3KtxcC6x).